US pledges boost in semiconductor investment for Thailand

[snoop1130]

 

To ramp up global semiconductor production, US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo promised investment in Thailand’s manufacturing sector.

 

Raimondo, speaking at an event in Bangkok hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce, asserted that Thailand stood to benefit significantly from increased US investment in semiconductor production, stating that American firms were poised to supercharge their investments in the nation.

 

Highlighting the urgency of diversifying semiconductor production, Raimondo stressed the importance of collaboration among nations.

 

“We’re all in this together. It benefits everyone, the United States, Thailand, all the IPEF countries, to diversify the supply chain of semiconductor production.”

 

Attributing the surge in demand for semiconductors to the proliferation of data centres, the digital economy, and artificial intelligence, Raimondo cautioned against the industry’s current concentration in only a few countries.

 

Raimondo’s remarks come as part of broader efforts by the US to bolster investment in the Indo-Pacific region through the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). Launched in May 2022, the IPEF aims to foster economic ties among its member countries, comprising 40% of global GDP and 28% of global trade.

 

To further strengthen economic cooperation, Raimondo extended an invitation to Thai corporations to invest in the US through the SelectUSA investment programme.

 

The Commerce Secretary’s visit to Thailand also includes high-level discussions, including a meeting with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to explore avenues for enhanced trade and investment cooperation between the two nations, reported The Nation.

 

The US-led initiative, which includes countries such as Australia, Japan, and Singapore, serves as an alternative for regional countries seeking to diversify economic partnerships amid growing concerns over China’s influence.

 

In related news, Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai visited Hong Kong to market Thailand’s film industry and Y Series TV dramas.

 

The delegation participated in the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART 2024). The visit also includes exploring avenues to broaden the Hong Kong market for Thailand’s agricultural products.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Caption: Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-15

 

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[flyingtlger]

5 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The US-led initiative, which includes countries such as Australia, Japan, and Singapore, serves as an alternative for regional countries seeking to diversify economic partnerships amid growing concerns over China’s influence.

Very good move, I hope Thailand excels with this impetus.....

[IAMHERE]

I wonder if this helps the Thai view of the American made F-16 ?

[hotchilli]

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Raimondo, speaking at an event in Bangkok hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce, asserted that Thailand stood to benefit significantly from increased US investment in semiconductor production, stating that American firms were poised to supercharge their investments in the nation.

Semi conductor is a lucrative business, not sure why USA would want Thailand involved in manufacturing with their close ties to China?

IP is precious in this feild.

[jacko45k]

20 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Semi conductor is a lucrative business, not sure why USA would want Thailand involved in manufacturing with their close ties to China?

IP is precious in this feild.

Losing their grip on Taiwan?

[Muhendis]

36 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Semi conductor is a lucrative business, not sure why USA would want Thailand involved in manufacturing with their close ties to China?

IP is precious in this feild.

Thailand has been fabricating basic semiconductors and integrated circuits for as long as I can remember.

There is no IP problem with that and if there was then it would not be shipped offshore. 

[Cake Monster]

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

Semi conductor is a lucrative business, not sure why USA would want Thailand involved in manufacturing with their close ties to China?

IP is precious in this feild.

As is integrity and morals

[hotchilli]

1 hour ago, jacko45k said:

Losing their grip on Taiwan?

I can understand USA's concern about the semi-conductor business in Taiwan... but giving it to Thailand ?

That's a real mystery.

[hotchilli]

58 minutes ago, Muhendis said:

Thailand has been fabricating basic semiconductors and integrated circuits for as long as I can remember.

There is no IP problem with that and if there was then it would not be shipped offshore. 

Taiwans semi conductors are the top-end of the market, used by many companies.

USA would not want IP infringements if they were to be made in Thailand.

China would pay a handsome price for this information.

[Srikcir]

16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Raimondo, speaking at an event in Bangkok hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce, asserted that Thailand stood to benefit significantly from increased US investment in semiconductor production, stating that American firms were poised to supercharge their investments in the nation.

The Biden administration is providing $1.5 billion to the computer chip company GlobalFoundries to expand its domestic production in New York and Vermont. The announcement is the third award of direct financial support for a semiconductor company under the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act.

Thailand would benefit by investing itself.

[Mediappy]

I used to work in electronics manufacturing here, and more investment could really help with training and better tech. Local workers could gain solid skills and better pay if things take off.

[Mediappy]

On 6/25/2025 at 1:16 PM, Mediappy said:

I used to work in electronics manufacturing here, and more investment could really help with training and better tech. Local workers could gain solid skills and better pay if things take off.

I worked in a chip fab for a few years, and one of the trickiest parts was keeping the chemicals flowing safely and precisely. Most of the serious stuff happens in cleanroom environments where chemical delivery systems are key—they move acids, gases, and solvents right where they’re needed without contaminating anything. You can’t really run a semiconductor fab without solid chemical delivery systems in place.